Capt. Collyer having applied for a Commission to command the Privateer Vengeance, & the the Bond he sent up not being regular, my Grandfather requests you to see the inclosed one signed by sd. Capt. Collyer & Mr. Penet; & after which, to deliver the Commission & Instructions which are sent herewith.

The Postage of this Packet those Gentlemen will without Doubt reimburse you.